Gannon Again Named To Exclusive List Of ‘Military Friendly Schools®’

Posted: October 15, 2014

Gannon University has been named to the list of "Military
Friendly Schools®" nationally for the fifth time. The list is
compiled by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs magazine and the
Military Friendly Employers list.

The exclusive list recognizes the top 15 percent of colleges,
universities and trade schools nationally that have "have gone
above and beyond to provide transitioning veterans the best
possible experience in higher education."

In evaluating colleges and universities for inclusion on the
list, Victory Media, a service-disabled, veteran-owned business
based in Pittsburgh, uses data-driven survey submissions and
methodology designed and overseen by independent advisory
boards.

Military Support on Campus

Academic Credibility

Percent of Military Students

Academic Credit for Military Service

Flexibility for Military Students

Veteran Graduation Rates

Student Tuition Assistance

Student Survey

Employment Rates

Military Spouse Policies

Government Approvals

The tabulation process and the results are independently
verified by Ernst & Young LLP.

According to Ronald K. Swift, LTC (Ret), USAR, veteran financial
aid and enrollment counselor at Gannon University, said, "We're
gratified to receive this designation, which is a testimony to the
University's commitment to veterans, serving National Guards and
Reservists, veterans' dependents and others receiving GI Bill
Benefits."

In addition, Gannon is a participating university in the Yellow
Ribbon Program, established by the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational
Assistance Act of 2008. The program allows colleges and
universities to voluntarily work with the Department of Veterans
Affairs to fund tuition and fee expenses that exceed the highest
public in-state undergraduate tuition and fee rate in their
state.

Gannon also offers an Army ROTC program and is the host
institution for the "Pride of PA" Battalion. The program offers
specialized leadership training through both course work and
related activities. ROTC also allows cadets to develop the
qualities essential to success in any military or civilian career,
including physical stamina, self-discipline and poise. Each year,
newly commissioned Second Lieutenants serve in the U.S. Army on
active duty, the Army Reserve or Army National Guard.

Gannon University will host a Veterans Day commemoration on
Thurs., Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. in the University's Yehl Room. The speaker
will be retired Army Lt. Gen. James M. Dubik, the highest-ranking
general officer among Gannon University alumni.